This week my work has been really hectic so instead of completing a craft project I thought it would be fun to share other people’s craft delights. On my travels around Melbourne I’ve come across all sorts of weird and wonderful street art but recently there has been an influx of knitted ‘tree cosies’. I particularly love this crocheted gum tree located on Swanston Street, Melbourne. The translucent bark against the pale blue crochet is really beautiful. Another cool idea (as I’m sure you’ve seen) are knitted and crocheted bike racks. This one is in Northcote, Melbourne.
The best ‘needlework of art’ so far has to be this knitted and crocheted bicycle located in a knitting shop on Collins St, Melbourne. Every inch is embellished (from wheels to handlebars!) in crochet and knitting. My favourite part is the fabulously quirky fox head seat. How absolutely wonderful!
Another completely unrelated crafty delight I’m embracing is this draught excluder log craft project using tree bark fabric. This sweet idea is taken from a craft magazine my best friend sent me from the UK called ‘Molly Makes’.
Lastly, this kingfisher made entirely out of paper quills caught my eye. The art of quilling involves coiling narrow paper strips to create a design. Quills can really bring a handmade card to life. I’m sure you’ll agree this 3D kingfisher is pretty impressive.
Quilling materials are easily transportable so it’s another great craft you can do on your lunch break. Here’s a website with a great tutorial on creating quilled handmade cards.
Kingfisher is displayed in building 94, RMIT University, Melbourne.
Quilled card from ‘Inna’s Creations’ website
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